2007 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |
